Organizational Development and Training Specialist

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the team that develops, implements, communicates, and facilitates comprehensive internal employee activities for the Department of Transportation! The Organizational Development and Training Specialist is responsible for assisting management in implementing strategic initiatives for connections that improve people’s lives. You will also provide adult learning services and manage internal meetings and events. Make a difference and transform our community by applying today!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Instructional Design, Communications, Public Administration, or a related field
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis
• Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of experience in instructional design and facilitation for adult learners in an office setting
• Experience designing and facilitating training on a variety of topics for adult learners in an office setting
• One year of experience in public relations, internal communications, employee engagement, employee event planning, or a related field
• Two years of advanced experience using Articulate, Storyline, Vyond, or similar instructional design software
• Two years of experience training employees in technology and/or artificial intelligence
• Supervisory experience leading a team

Responsibilities

• Develop training content and program curricula and coordinate classes and training programs designed to assist management in implementing strategic activities, support employee development, and organizational goals
• Facilitate training classes and training programs that support employees’ needs to assist management in implementing strategic activities, support employee development, and organizational goals
• Plan, implement, and improve employee activities that support management’s goals, related to organizational goals, and employee engagement
• Support the department’s communication strategy through a monthly newsletter, department SharePoint updates, BrightSign Network, and ad hoc emails
• Confer with and represent the department and the County in meetings with staff from other departments, representatives of governmental, community, business, professional, public agencies, and the public
• Perform comprehensive training program needs assessments to meet established priorities and ensure training curricula and instruction accomplish desired goals
• Develop, establish, and maintain report/metric requirements designed to self-audit program effectiveness
• Contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active work team member
• Obtain the necessary equipment, space, and other resources necessary to conduct training or facilitate meetings
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level